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Mortarboard Definition & Meaning

mortarboard
noun
  1. a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar
  2. an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top

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Frequently asked questions

What does mortarboard mean?
a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top
What part of speech is mortarboard?
Mortarboard is a noun.
How many definitions does mortarboard have?
Mortarboard has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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